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22 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 22 August 2026
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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed total control over the Strait of Hormuz region, including land areas, and stated Iran is not ready for the 'right deal'. This escalates tensions in West Asia, impacting global oil sup…
Read full storyPM Modi addressed the Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2026, highlighting India's shift from 'Production Linked Punishment' (PLP) under License Raj to 'Production Linked Incentive' (PLI) scheme, which generated ₹22 la…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with CEOs of 20 Indian space startups at Seva Teerth, highlighting rapid progress in private space sector. Startups like Skyroot Aerospace, Agnikul Cosmos, and Pixxel showcased in…
Read full storyIndia and Brazil signed an MoU on telecommunications and ICT cooperation during the 12th BRICS Communications Ministers Meeting in Pune on August 21, 2026. The agreement was signed by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scin…
Read full storyThe 12th BRICS Communications Ministers' Meeting was held in Pune under India's Chairship, chaired by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The theme 'Innovate, Cooperate and Transform (ICT) for a Resilient Future' focus…
Read full storyIndia is hosting the 12th BRICS Communications Ministers Meeting in Pune, chaired by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The meeting brings together communications ministers and senior representatives fr…
Read full storyPM Narendra Modi chaired the third high-level meeting with Secretaries at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, focusing on infrastructure, security, governance, and long-term policy planning. He emphasized breaking silos, AI-human colla…
Read full storyThe IndiaAI Mission organized a workshop on AIKosh, the national datasets and models platform, in New Delhi. The event convened government, industry, academia, and startup stakeholders to unlock India's data potential f…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) signed an MoU with fintech firm PhonePe to enhance the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan using granular, hyperlocal data intelligence. This collaboration a…
Read full storySEBI has permitted Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) to submit digitally signed Powers of Attorney, aiming to enhance ease of doing business and accelerate foreign investor onboarding. This digital transformation reduc…
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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticized the upcoming Census 2027, alleging that the methodology for collecting caste data is deliberately flawed. He claims the questionnaire design undermines accurate caste enumera…
Read full storyThe 5th edition of SEMICON India 2026 will be inaugurated by PM Modi on 17th September 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Organized by ISM (MeitY) and SEMI, the event themed 'Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem' wil…
Read full storyUnion Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a commitment program at C. Subramaniam Auditorium, Pusa to operationalize PM Modi's 'Shakti Ki Saptadhara' vision announced from Red Fort on Independence Day. The event broug…
Read full storyThe 97th Annual General Meeting of ICAR Society was held at NASC, New Delhi, chaired by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Key focus areas included demand-driven research, climate-resilient agriculture, f…
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The Census 2027 questionnaire will collect parents' religion and place of birth up to village level, alongside an open field for caste declaration with options to opt out. This marks a significant expansion in demograph…
Read full storyVice President C.P. Radhakrishnan attended SASTRA Deemed University's Ruby and Silver Jubilee celebrations in Thanjavur on August 17, 2026. He praised NEP 2020 as a guiding pillar from KG to PhD, highlighted ANRF, PMRF,…
Read full storyMinister of State Dr Jitendra Singh conferred the National Anubhav Awards 2026 in New Delhi, recognizing outstanding contributions by retired government employees. The event included the release of the Handbook on Pensi…
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Iran dismissed the 60-day deadline for nuclear talks as irrelevant while Houthi rebels attacked a Saudi military vessel and four boats in the Red Sea. Meanwhile, former US President Trump threatened Oman over its report…
Read full storyPM Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, outlining the vision for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He highlighted achievements over 12 years: 25 crore people lifted out of poverty, defence produc…
Read full storyPM Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, declaring a firm resolve to make India a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He presented a 12-year progress report highlighting massive growth: defence prod…
Read full storyPM Modi's 80th Independence Day address from Red Fort highlighted India's transformation from 'Fragile Five' to fastest-growing major economy, with 25 crore people lifted out of poverty in 12 years. He outlined the 'Vik…
Read full storyPM Modi's Independence Day 2024 address highlighted India's 12-year transformation across 21 sectors. Key achievements include defence production up 4x, electronics 7x, mobile phones 35x, digital transactions 100x, tap…
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The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RG&CCI) has notified 40 questions for the second phase of Census 2027, including 13 new data fields not present in Census 2011. This marks the first caste enumerat…
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PM Narendra Modi delivered the Independence Day 2026 address from Red Fort, outlining a roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat 2047' with emphasis on digital technologies and nuclear energy as key growth sectors. The speech signals…
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